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AK05 WYJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,333 mi
Last recorded157,333 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 WYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 157,333 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 134,650 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 134,586 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 134,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 123,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 108,665 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 108,665 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 100,892 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 93,014 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 82,032 miles

Offside Rear tyre is going out of shape slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2017 76,128 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 68,473 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 64,596 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 60,578 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 60,578 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2013 57,822 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 53,658 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 53,658 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 49,653 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 43,829 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 37,854 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 29,648 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AK05 WYJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK05 WYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK05 WYJ registered?

AK05 WYJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is AK05 WYJ safe to buy?

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